Skid Shoes - Craftsman C459-52832 Operator's Manual

You can also check the adjustment as follows:
1. With the snow thrower tipped forward, remove the frame cover
underneath the snow thrower by removing the self-tapping screws.
See Figure 18.
2. With the drive control released, there must be 1/8" clearance
between the friction wheel and the drive pulley in all positions of the
shift lever.
3. With the drive control engaged, the friction wheel must contact the
drive pulley. See Figure 23.
4. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the lower hex nut on the drive
cable index bracket and pivot the bracket upward or downward as
necessary. Refer to Figure 9. Tighten the lower hex nut to secure
the bracket when correct adjustment is reached.
5. Reassemble the frame cover and return the unit back to its operat-
ing position.

Skid Shoes

IMPORTANT: It is not recommended that you operate this snow
thrower on gravel as loose gravel can be easily picked up and thrown
by the auger causing personal injury or damage to the snow thrower.
If for some reason, you have to operate the snow thrower on gravel,
keep the skid shoe in the highest position for maximum clearance
between the ground and the shave plate.
The space between the skid shoes and the ground can be adjusted.
• For close snow removal on a smooth surface, raise skid shoes
higher on the auger housing.
• Use a middle or lower position when the area to be cleared is
uneven, such as a gravel driveway.
To adjust the skid shoes:
1. Loosen the four hex nuts (two on each side) and carriage bolts.
Move skid shoes to desired position. See Figure 13.
2. Make certain the entire bottom surface of skid shoe is against the
ground to avoid uneven wear on the skid shoes.
3. Retighten nuts and bolts securely.
NOTE: The reversible skid shoes may be turned over to increase their
lifespan.
Auger Control
To adjust the auger control, refer to page 11.
ADJUSTMENTS
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Figure 13